The Zhou family's grandson, Ming Teng, was adopted into one of the Rong Yushang branches, and although it wasn't widely celebrated, the news still got out; those who needed to know were aware.
On the day of the adoption, Rong Enqing was also present, Yao Yao did not come, but Rong Enqing's father did.
Because Ming Teng's name wasn't changed, all the noble families in the capital understood that the Rong clan had split into two branches. His Highness Prince Qi personally attended on behalf of the Crown Prince, representing the royal family's stance. Of the two Marquis Rong's Residences, Rong Yushang's branch was more favored by the royalty.
Those who came to the residence for the adoption were mostly the men in charge; the women did not attend.
The day after the adoption, the Lau family, to whom Ming Teng had been betrothed, sent someone over—Madam Ma, the wife of Lau Jing, arrived in person.
